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“When Facebook first started, and it was just a social directory for undergrads at Harvard, it would have seemed like such a bad startup idea, like some student side project.” quote by Paul Graham
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“When Facebook first started, and it was just a social directory for undergrads at Harvard, it would have seemed like such a bad startup idea, like some student side project.”

Paul Graham

About This Quote

Early Facebook seemed like a weak idea but grew into a major platform.

In simple terms: What looks bad at first can become huge.

Key Takeaway

Don’t dismiss ideas that seem modest.

Themes

innovation startup perception

Mood

optimistic analytical

Type

business philosophical

When to use this quote

  • college projects
  • early-stage startups
  • tech incubators

Key Concepts

risk assessment visionary thinking

Questions to Reflect On

  • What makes a bad idea succeed?
  • How to spot hidden potential?
A Different Perspective

Early failures don’t guarantee success.

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